Violetta AF-615 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C5B8BC, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sun Painter from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5B8BC · AF-615
Violetta
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Violetta Technical Profile
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Violetta in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violetta in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreVioletta
Nearly identical
ValsparSun Painter
Sun Painter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Moonlit Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Romantic Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Imagine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grey Fuchsia
PPG
Very similar
Flutter by
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Young Fawn
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
So Dainty
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Always Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violetta
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violetta
#C5B8BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8C85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violetta
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violetta Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Violetta.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violetta — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violetta have?
Violetta by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Violetta in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violetta from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violetta are Sun Painter by Valspar (a near-identical match), Moonlit Mauve by Behr (a near-identical match), Romantic Light by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Violetta's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Violetta?
Violetta has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violetta's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.